Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta

Season 4

A chronicle of Atlanta bridal-shop owner Lori Allen's struggle with breast cancer after she was diagnosed in April 2012. In her absence, the staff help a woman who has been fighting cancer for more than two decades find a dress to renew her vows.

A bride and her fiancé differ on what kind of dress she should wear, but he believes the final decision is his since he's paying for it. Also: A woman who has visited more than 20 salons in three states over four months still doesn't know what she wants.

A bride clashes with her mother over her dress choice.

Two brides want to show off their figures, though one woman's preacher father doesn't approve.

A traditional Southern family dislikes a bride's dream of a modern gown; a bride-to-be gets constant reminders from her married older sister about her own wedding.

A woman wants a sexy dress for her vow-renewal ceremony, but her son would rather not see it; a bride's mother doesn't approve of a lace-backed gown.

A 17-year-old bride and her family are difficult to please; a father disapproves of his daughter's lace gown.

A woman brings her fiancé to her appointment, a choice of companion that's frowned upon by the salon; a traditionally minded mother doesn't share her daughter's affinity for modern colors.

A woman wants to erase the unpleasant memories of her wedding day at her vow-renewal ceremony; a bride looks for a dress that will improve her self-esteem.

A mother worries about her dress more than her daughter's wedding gown; a pastor's daughter gets some valuable advice from her grandmother.

A bride's body art on her shoulder drives a wedge between her mom and future mother-in-law; a woman finds the dress of her dreams, but is shaken by the fact that she can't afford it.

A bride's list of demands keeps the staff busy but may also make it difficult for her to find the gown she wants; a woman defers to her fiancé on her dress decision, in violation of the salon's rules.

Brides' meddlesome sisters include one with a disdain for a classic style, while another pushes her sibling toward a conservative dress.

A cheerleader's optimism is tested by jeers from her critical entourage; a bride clashes with her mother over a floral embellishment for her wedding dress.

A mother shares her opinions—loudly and often—about her daughter's dress selections; a bride wants a gown with a lot of bling, but it may not be in her budget.

A mother shares her opinions—loudly and often—about her daughter's dress selections; a bride wants a gown with a lot of bling, but it may not be in her budget.

In the Season 4 premiere, a father has mixed feelings when his daughter shops for a dress to show off her figure, while a bride tries to keep her mom from meddling by making her sign a contract.